Historic Center of Matera – View of Matera's Sassi loop from Contrada Picciano / Masseria Leone

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Historic Center of Matera – View of Matera's Sassi loop from Contrada Picciano / Masseria Leone

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Historic Center of Matera – View of Matera's Sassi loop from Contrada Picciano / Masseria Leone

04:24

70.4km

650m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 25, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 22.3 km for 170 m

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22.1 km

Church of San Biagio

Highlight • Religious Site

This small church at the beginning of the street of the same name is the triumph of simplicity and spirituality.

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22.3 km

Historic Center of Matera

Highlight • Historical Site

One of the most impressive cities I've ever been to! Definitely take your time and explore the city. Gigantic!

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22.4 km

Vittorio Veneto Square

Highlight • Settlement

Main square of Matera. It overlooks Palazzo Lanfranchi, has a spectacular panoramic point on the Sassi and is the access to the Palombaro Lungo ancient underground cistern for the accumulation …

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23.3 km

View of Matera's Sassi

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this famous panoramic view it is possible to admire the old city as well as the now famous Sassi of Matera.

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23.8 km

Piazza Duomo and Matera Cathedral

Highlight • Religious Site

The square in front of the Cathedral of Maria SS della Bruna enjoys a wonderful view of the stones. Various tourist routes also start from here and must be done strictly on foot.

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24.0 km

Sedile Square

Highlight • Settlement

Beautiful little square dominated by the façade of the E. Duni Conservatory. The ideal place to have a breakfast or an aperitif in the center, a stone's throw from the Duomo.

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26.6 km

View of the Sanctuary of Santa Maria della Palomba and the Gravina of Matera

Highlight • Viewpoint

Going along the absurd cycle path (a bit kamikaze and one-way) of via San Vito you reach an open space from which it is possible to admire the overhangs of …

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53.3 km

Gravina in Puglia Historic Center and Roman Aqueduct

Highlight • Historical Site

Gravina in Puglia is the charming town where the Alta Murgia park is located.
The town and the surrounding area are characterized by the famous ravines: deep canyons dug into …

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